Pzena Investment Management's Focused Value Strategy lagged behind its benchmark in Q4 2025, with semiconductor firm Skyworks Solutions cited as a key detractor. The fund's commentary highlights the challenges for value investing in a market dominated by AI and mega-cap stocks.
Investment firm Curreen Capital posted strong 2025 results, crediting its focus on undervalued 'ugly duckling' stocks. The fund's latest letter spotlights VF Corporation (VFC), the embattled owner of Vans and The North Face, as a potential turnaround play despite its shares falling over 20% in the past year.
After a punishing multi-year slump, materials stocks are showing signs of life in 2026. Dow and LyondellBasell, offering yields of 5% and 10.9% respectively, present a high-risk, high-reward proposition for income investors betting on a sector recovery.
As the TSX rides a wave of broad-based earnings optimism, a closer look reveals smaller companies, often miscategorized as 'penny stocks', that combine financial resilience with clear growth trajectories. We examine three such firms with market caps up to CA$700 million.
A combination of moderating inflation and resilient corporate earnings is setting the stage for sustained stability in stock markets, with the recent rally now encompassing small-caps, value stocks, and multiple sectors.
Analyst Joe Laetsch raises HF Sinclair's price target, highlighting favorable crude differentials and a recent $38 million acquisition aimed at expanding its lubricants business, as the refiner lands on a list of top low-risk dividend stocks.
Amid a mixed market landscape, corporate insiders are placing significant bets on select small-cap stocks. We analyze three companies where recent insider buying and strategic moves signal potential value, despite broader economic headwinds.
After a punishing year for many restaurant stocks, a seismic shift is underway. As inflation-weary diners become more selective, value and experience are trumping category labels, driving a surprising resurgence in casual dining while challenging the fast-casual model.
While small-cap stocks offer significant growth potential, their volatility demands careful selection. We analyze one standout and two struggling companies in the Russell 2000 index this week.
Amid a cautiously recovering Eurozone economy, dividend-paying stocks are gaining attention from investors seeking reliable income and a buffer against market volatility. We analyze three standout European companies offering compelling yield and value.
Amidst market swings, discerning volatile stocks with solid fundamentals from those prone to exaggerated downturns is key. We analyze three high-beta names: why Nutanix shows resilience, while Ralph Lauren and Cognex face headwinds that may test investor patience.
As several prominent stocks test 52-week lows, investors face a critical choice: identify oversold opportunities or steer clear of troubled names. We analyze one company showing signs of a turnaround and two where caution may be warranted.
While small-cap stocks have broadly underperformed, recent insider buying activity points to potential value in select global companies. We examine three firms where leadership is putting their own capital to work.
Varonis Systems (VRNS) is set to report Q4 earnings after the bell Tuesday, with investors watching closely for signs of resilience after recent revenue misses and a broader sell-off in cybersecurity stocks.
In a market where Wall Street analysts often shy away from bearish calls, stark price targets on certain stocks raise red flags. We spotlight one contrarian pick and two companies facing significant headwinds.
While low-volatility stocks can anchor a portfolio, investors often sacrifice growth for safety. We analyze one steady performer with durable advantages and two companies where challenges may outweigh the stability premium.
As several stocks test their 52-week highs, we separate resilient momentum from potential mirages. We analyze one company capitalizing on long-term trends and two where caution may be warranted.
While several stocks have posted impressive short-term gains, a closer look reveals a divergence between fleeting catalysts and fundamental strength. We analyze one surging name with a solid foundation and two others where caution may be warranted.
The Singapore-listed food company has turned profitable after years of losses, with a 12% return on capital employed and a significant expansion in its capital base—key indicators watched by investors seeking compounding growth stocks.
Amid a patchy eurozone recovery, investors are scanning the market's fringes for potential. We spotlight three small-cap stocks from Norway and Sweden, each navigating unique challenges while showing flashes of promise for the discerning, risk-tolerant investor.
